Grammy Award-winning mandolinist, Chris Thile, to perform in Conway

The University of Central Arkansas Reynolds Performance Hall welcomes Chris Thile Live in Concert at 7:30 p.m., Friday, Feb. 4, 2022. Thile is best known for his work in the acoustic trio Nickel Creek and the bluegrass quintet Punch Brothers. He is a 2012 MacArthur Fellow and in 2016 through 2020, he was the host of the radio variety show “Live from Here,” which was formally known as “A Prairie … [Read more...]

‘Schoolhouse Rock Live’ comes to Reynolds Performance Hall

The University of Central Arkansas Reynolds Performance Hall presents “Schoolhouse Rock Live!” at 6 p.m., Thursday, Jan. 27, 2022. “Schoolhouse Rock Live!” is a pop culture phenomenon that explodes onto the stage, updated for a whole new generation, with imaginative image projections and a rock’n’roll feel. The show centers around Tom, a nervous young man on his first day of being a teacher, … [Read more...]

UCA hosts annual prayer breakfast ahead of King Holiday

The University of Central Arkansas hosted its annual MLK Prayer Breakfast at the Ronnie Williams Student Center on Jan. 14, as part of the national observation of Martin Luther King Jr. Day. Dozens of attendees gathered for the event, now in its 14th year. To mitigate the spread of the coronavirus, guests were spaced out and seated theater-style and received their breakfasts in to-go … [Read more...]

MLK Day of Service and National Day of Racial Healing community events

UCA hosts activities throughout county The University of Central Arkansas Division of Outreach and Community Engagement and partner AmeriCorps sites will host volunteer activities and dialogue events in honor of the 27th annual Martin Luther King Jr. Day of Service and 6th annual National Day of Racial Healing. Projects are led by AmeriCorps and AmeriCorps VISTA members serving through UCA’s … [Read more...]

UCA hosts exhibition of ‘Painting’

Baum Gallery presents new show for spring The University of Central Arkansas’ Baum Gallery will host a new exhibition titled “Painting” from  Jan. 27 to Feb. 17, 2022. This exhibition is curated by Brian Young, director, Baum Gallery with assistance from Sandra Luckett, associate professor in the UCA Department of Art and  Design. Baum Gallery is located in McCastlain Hall on the UCA … [Read more...]

‘Ballet Folklórico de México’ coming to Reynolds Performance Hall

The University of Central Arkansas Reynolds Performance Hall welcomes “Ballet Folklórico de México de Amalia Hernández” at 7:30 p.m., Saturday, Jan. 29. The world-renowned folkloric ballet ensemble is known for its artistry, costumes and ability to captivate audiences. In 2021, “Ballet Folklórico de México” returned to the United States for an extended multi-city tour featuring renewed … [Read more...]

UCA hosts annual Prayer Breakfast

The University of Central Arkansas will host its annual MLK Prayer Breakfast at 9 a.m., Friday, Jan. 14, as part of the national observation of Martin Luther King Jr. Day. Held each year to celebrate the federal holiday, the event will be in room 205 of the Ronnie Williams Student Center. This is the 14th year for the annual event. The 2022 theme is “Better Together,” and Arkansas State Rep. … [Read more...]

‘Summer: The Donna Summer Musical’ to premiere in Conway

The University of Central Arkansas Reynolds Performance Hall welcomes “Summer: The Donna Summer Musical” on Monday, Jan. 24 at 7:30 p.m. “If you’re looking for hot stuff from Broadway this season, ‘Summer’ is the show for you,” said Reynolds Performance Hall Director Amanda Horton. “This show will bring stellar performances, disco-era costumes and familiar songs that will have you dancing in … [Read more...]

COVID-19 Update: Important Spring Semester Information

Update regarding COVID-19 from President Houston Davis to students, faculty, and staff Throughout the pandemic, our collective university goal has been to provide a high-quality educational and campus life experience while prioritizing the health and safety of our campus community, the Conway area, and the state of Arkansas. Due to the present spread of the Omicron variant, I am announcing one … [Read more...]

Miss UCA 2022: Nia Kelley

Since earning the title of Miss UCA 2022, Nia Kelley has enjoyed serving as an ambassador for the University of Central Arkansas and meeting new people throughout the city of Conway and surrounding areas. “My favorite part so far has been participating in the Conway Christmas parade,” Kelley said. “I was sitting on top of the car waving, smiling and wishing people Merry Christmas. All the … [Read more...]